The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating Amazon's $4B investment in Anthropic, an AI startup. The probe comes after similar inquiries into Google and Microsoft, signaling rising concerns over Big Tech's market influence in AI.

B&Q collaborates with Deliveroo to provide over 600 DIY products for delivery from nine B&Q Local stores in London within 25 minutes. This partnership aims to meet the growing demand for convenience and speed in home improvement shopping.

Morrisons and Just Eat have expanded their partnership, now including 380 Morrisons supermarkets across the UK. Customers can get groceries delivered through the Just Eat app. The partnership began in 2022, expanded in 2023, and offers free delivery for orders over £15 until the end of 2024.

Clifford Cohen, Asos CTO, leaves after 9 years. He joins the renewable energy sector in August. Hugh Williams steps in as interim EVP for technology. Cohen thanks the team and leaders for their support over the years. Williams has advised Asos for 18 months.

John Lewis introduces a retail media platform in partnership with Epsilon, letting brands manage ads on johnlewis.com. The platform provides real-time data, campaign control, and performance metrics, enhancing customer-brand connections.

Shein aims for a £50B IPO on the London Stock Exchange. US concerns about forced labor halted its NY listing. LSEG denies lowering standards to attract Shein. Critics worry about transparency. Labour Party supports the UK listing.

The Perfume Shop is partnering with Deliveroo to deliver over 1,000 fragrances in cities like London and Manchester. Deliveroo data shows a 300% rise in perfume searches. The service will start in the coming months from 21 stores.

Ocula, an AI startup from Belfast, raised $4.2M in Series A funding led by Praetura Ventures, with Castelnau Group and Lloyds Banking Group participating. Founded in 2021, Ocula plans to triple its client base in two years.

Boohoo launches "Boohoo brands" marketplace with 200 fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands, including L'Oréal, Garnier, Ray-Ban, and Michael Kors, aiming to become a one-stop shop for fashion, beauty, and lifestyle needs.

Wayfair UK's profit fell from £2.7M to £2.6M by December 31. Sales declined 17% to £69M. The company laid off 30% of staff, cutting numbers from 847 to 587, part of a $1.4B cost-saving plan. Strategy aims for European growth.

Tesco collaborates with Marketplacer to launch an online marketplace on June 4th, adding 29 third-party sellers by July. This partnership enhances Tesco’s product range, improves customer experience, and boosts revenue.

Former Asos CEO Nick Beighton expresses concerns about Shein’s London Stock Exchange listing. He highlights transparency issues and raises questions about the retailer's business model. A backlash grows, risking Shein's £50bn IPO.

Gymshark eyes more stores in the US and Europe as its Regent Street flagship exceeds expectations. Founder Ben Francis highlights a quality-over-quantity approach. The next store opens in Westfield Stratford this weekend.

dunnhumby launches AI-powered assortment tool on 1 July 2024. The tool helps retailers create localised product ranges, optimise shelf layouts, and streamline the ranging process. Tesco is already using this tool to improve customer experiences.

HyperFinity introduces an AI-driven pricing product that improves profit margins by over 5%. The tool provides retailers with vital insights for pricing decisions, replacing cumbersome spreadsheets and offering advanced analytics. Retailers like cardfactory benefit from these insights.

Ocado is building a third robotic warehouse with Aeon in Japan. The new site in Kuki-Miyashiro will open in 2027. This follows a recent setback with Canadian partner Sobeys. The expansion includes advanced Ocado technologies.

TikTok Shop launched the £1Million Club to help merchants hit £1M in revenue. Benefits include 0% commission, free storage, and dedicated promotion support. Made By Mitchell became the first UK brand to hit $1M in a day on TikTok Shop.

Channel 4 Ventures partners with AI-powered home marketplace Fy! in a £3M deal. The partnership aims to leverage Channel 4's home improvement shows to enhance consumer shopping experiences. Fy! acquired Trouva in April to expand its market reach.

Tesco expands its Marketplace by adding new retailers. Categories include home, baby, toys, pets, electricals, drinks, and cards. Notable names include Charles Bentley, Tommee Tippee, Robbie Toys, Mars Petcare, Litecraft, and Diageo.

Deliveroo shares surged 6% following news that Doordash discussed a potential takeover. Although talks ended over valuation disagreements, analysts predict new bids. Deliveroo's stock, down 50% since March 2021, is now valued at £2.1B.

Hole19 has launched a new e-commerce store in the UK. The platform connects top golf brands with customers, offering a personalized shopping experience. Expansion into the EU and US is planned by 2025. The store benefits both golfers and brands by providing a wide range of products and valuable customer insights.

Frasers Group pitches its credit service, Frasers Plus, to Asos, Boohoo, Currys, and AO. Frasers Plus allows shoppers to pay in three interest-free installments and charges 29.9% APR. Boohoo may soon join. Usage of such services rose during the pandemic.

Shein files for London IPO after the U.S. rejects its listing due to forced labor allegations and tax law exemptions. The fashion retailer faces scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers, raising concerns about its ties to China.

Deliveroo has launched its Plus Diamond subscription in the UK for $25.44/month. This premium service offers priority delivery, an on-time guarantee, and access to exclusive restaurants and luxury stores, catering to frequent users seeking added convenience and exclusivity.

In The Style has partnered with Tesco's F&F brand to launch a 22-piece summer collection. The collection will be available on the ITS app and in 300 Tesco stores from June 20, offering versatile, mix-and-match outfits.

Sojo and Vestiaire Collective partner to offer tailoring and repair services in the UK, with plans to expand. This service aims to reduce returns and increase sale value of pre-loved items by providing easy alterations and repairs.

Deliveroo has launched a new partnership with Mob Kitchen to provide exclusive recipes. Ingredients can be delivered from local supermarkets through Deliveroo in as little as 20 minutes. The partnership aims to inspire customers with easy, healthy, comforting, and impressive recipes.

Amazon Fresh introduces Prime Member Deals, giving UK Prime members exclusive discounts and delivery options. Prime members get 10% off in-store price cut products and up to 50% off weekly specials. Non-Prime customers have delivery fees.

Debenhams and Quiz have teamed up again, with Quiz relaunching online at Debenhams. Over 600 items from the fashion retailer are now available. This move is part of Debenhams' strategy to expand its fashion, beauty, and home offerings.

British supermarket Tesco saw a 3.6% rise in non-food sales, driven by strong clothing sales. CEO Ken Murphy highlights easing inflation and market share growth. Tesco expects an operating profit of £2.8B for the 2024/25 financial year.

Boots is adding 25 new beauty brands, including The Beauty Crop and Tree Hut. The British retailer is revamping 200 stores, with new beauty halls and live demo zones. Competition with Sephora and Space NK heats up.

Amazon faces a $1.3B lawsuit from British retailers over data misuse. BIRA, representing 35,000 small retailers, claims Amazon used their data to gain a competitive edge. This class action follows similar EU allegations. Amazon denies the claims but has previously made concessions.

Uber UK's advertising launches 'Sponsored Items' on Uber Eats. PepsiCo is among the first brands to use this feature, aiming to boost sales and gain consumer insights. Powered by Criteo, the feature is now in 12 markets, enhancing product visibility.

Tesco's new marketplace includes 9,000 products from 17 sellers. Shoppers can buy DIY, homeware, and more, collecting Clubcard points with every purchase. This makes Tesco a one-stop shop for groceries and more.

BIRA is suing Amazon for $1.3B, claiming misuse of data and unfair Buy Box manipulation. The case, filed on June 6, 2024, involves thousands of retailers and spans from 2015 to present. Amazon denies wrongdoing.

Purple Dot raised €9.2M Series A led by OpenOcean, with investors Commerce Ventures and others. The funds will expand their pre-commerce platform. CEO Madeline Parra emphasizes the goal to sell all products, reducing waste and unsold inventory. Founded in 2020, Purple Dot processes millions in transactions monthly.

Amazon is making over 1M deliveries using e-cargo bikes and foot in the UK. New micromobility hubs in cities like London, Manchester, Glasgow, and Belfast are part of a $300M investment to reach net-zero carbon by 2040.

John Lewis introduces the largest high-street menswear rental range in the UK. Powered by Hurr, it offers brands like Boss Tailoring and Charles Tyrwhitt, with prices starting at £40 for a 4-day rental. The global menswear rental market is set to reach £2.36B by 2027.

Oh Polly, a fashion retailer, now charges a tiered fee for returns based on the percentage of the order returned. The policy aims to manage costs associated with high return rates. First-time returns remain free for new customers.

Gopuff launches 24/7 delivery in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Leeds, Manchester, and Swansea, offering an Aldi Price Match on over 50 products for added value. This move aims to meet the increasing demand for round-the-clock grocery delivery.

Ocado Retail buys Getir's customer email database following Getir's UK exit. Zoom by Ocado offers former Getir users 25% off their first order and Gorillas customers 30% off their first shop and three months of free deliveries.

Hugo Boss XP, a new tech-based loyalty program, launches in the UK next month. It combines traditional loyalty features with blockchain and Web3 elements, allowing members to collect and trade NFTs. The program aims to enhance customer engagement and lifetime value.

Just Eat has partnered with Pop Specs to deliver prescription eyewear in under 30 minutes across six UK cities. The partnership will expand to 30 stores by year-end, offering 80+ designs. This move follows Just Eat's ventures into health & beauty and toy deliveries.

Getir, once valued at $11.8B, exits UK, Germany, Netherlands. Suppliers claim unpaid bills, with one alleging a $190K deficit. Getir to focus on Turkey after international demand drops. 1,500 UK jobs at risk.

Nivoda, a digital marketplace for diamonds and gemstones, secured $30M in Series B funding. Avenir Growth, alongside Headline and others, backed this round to help Nivoda's global expansion and product enhancements, including faster delivery and new services in 2024.

Frasers Group is rolling out a cutting-edge digital platform across Europe, enhancing their retail operations and online customer experience. Designed with top tech firms, the platform aims to improve shopping with new personalization features and efficient stock management.

McLaren Racing announces eBay as an official partner. eBay branding to appear on F1 cars at four grand prix races in 2024, starting with Miami. This partnership links eBay’s auto parts growth to F1’s innovative features.

Manchester-based Made With Intent secures €1.75M led by Mercuri for a new eCommerce platform. Aiming to boost user engagement and sales by understanding customer intent.

Deliveroo, Just Eat, and Uber Eats, following discussions with UK government officials, are ramping up security checks to prevent illegal workers from exploiting their platforms.

Superdrug expands its Lakeside store to 7,669 sq. ft. Adds nurse services, luxury fragrances, and a Beauty Studio. New loyalty rewards for customers.